REC-000740

active

2018–2019 JEEP CHEROKEE

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: FCA Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 20 August 2019

Defect

In some MY2019 Jeep Cherokee KL vehicles there may be a loss of communication between an acceleration sensor and the occupant restraint controller (ORC).

Hazard

The airbag system may not function as required during a crash, increasing the risk of injury of vehicle occupants.

Remedy

FCA Australia will contact affected owners and invite them to visit a Jeep dealership to inspect and replace the affected sensors. For further information, consumers can contact https://www.jeep.com.au/contact-us.html or call FCA Australia on 1300 133 079. To find your nearest authorised Chrysler Dodge Jeep dealership, visit https://www.jeep.com.au/dealers.html

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — FCA Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-000740